CIM MES: National Chapter

Management and Economics Society

The Management and Economics Society of CIM was originally formed as the Mineral Economics Committee of CIM in 1973. Then, in 1992, it became a fully-fledged Society. The Mineral Economics Society changed its name to the Management and Economics Society of CIM in May, 2004 in order to encompass others in the mining and energy industry sectors who may not have a technical background.

MES provides a home within the CIM organization for industry professionals whose focus is economics, finance and management. Members are from all areas of professional endeavor, including: senior management, geology, engineering, metallurgy, environmental, law, accounting, taxation, banking, investments, academia, governmental, human resources, social development, consultancy, insurance, and many more. All are welcome!

The Management and Economics Society sponsors various educational and social events across Canada and internationally that provide industry professionals with the opportunity to both network and to share experiences, insights and ideas on topics relating to the economics, management and financial aspects of the business. Keep up to date by checking us out often at: www.cimmes.org

The Society also provides financial support to various university educational initiatives and programs.

CIM MES has played a leading role in the development of standards and definitions used in the mining industry as well as supporting the publication of several CIM reference volumes. Specifically, MES has taken a leadership position within CIM on important industry issues through the Ore Reserves Committee and the Mineral Property Valuation Committee (CIMVal).

CIM MES Chair

CIM MES Incoming Chair (2020)

CIM MES National Committees 2018–19

Education Committee

MES offers seminars and short courses for corporate in-house professional development to its members, organizations seeking training for their staff, and others. CIM MES also actively works toward furthering education in the various economics, management and financial aspects of the business.

Our Society uses the collected funds for financial assistance to multiple educational initiatives, including: offering scholarships and programs for students at various universities.

Communications Committee

The Communications Committee is delegated the responsibility to oversee the overall governance and professional development of MES Regional Chairs and their corresponding chapters. It is the mission of this Committee to assist to implement strategic planning as it relates to the guidance, governance, and enrichment of CIM MES and its Chapters in support of the Society’s strategic goals.

Student Day Committee

MES offers excellent opportunities to enhance students networking skills, meet with professionals in a wide array of fields in mining and energy, and obtain invaluable information for their job search. Such events help attendees learn more about these two worlds and find potential areas of employment including future part-time, summer, full-time or internship positions.